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Applied Scientist
What 35 fast-growing companies ask for — updated October 2026
Across 77 active Applied Scientist postings, Machine Learning is the most-requested skill — in 94% of listings, ahead of Python and Artificial Intelligence. 35 companies are hiring right now, led by DigitalOcean. 99% of Applied Scientist roles now call for AI skills, and 18% are remote.
77active postings
99%ask for AI skills
18%remote
35companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Machine Learning | 94% | |
| Python | 65% | |
| Artificial Intelligence | 55% | |
| Computer Science | 52% | |
| LLMs | 49% | |
| PyTorch | 49% | |
| Collaboration | 44% | |
| Communication | 40% | |
| Deep Learning | 36% | |
| Statistics | 34% | |
| Prototyping | 26% | |
| TensorFlow | 25% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| DigitalOcean | 8 |
| Datadog | 6 |
| Garner Health | 5 |
| Pipedrive | 5 |
| Braze | 4 |
| Opendoor | 4 |